The other woman, that’s what they called her. One of the more polite names to be sure. She could feel their lingering glares as she strode through the corridors of the castle, she could hear their whispered accusations during lessons, she could feel the mistrust radiating from each and every one of them. And yet, she did not care… and why should she, when she knew the truth?

When an elusive gang member is arrested and brought before court, Carmen Parker is assigned to defend him but defending such a criminal proves harder than she could ever have foreseen… especially when her heart becomes involved.

What befell young Salazar to make him despise those of unclean blood? What befell the young friend of Godric to make them sworn enemies? What befell the young wizard to make him mistrust those like him?

This is the story of a young witch names Ebba Elwyn. This is the story of Salazar’s love.